About
A mysterious and breathtaking destination with unreal lakes and stunning mountain scenery.
Why go
- Stunning landscapes and unique culture
- Authentic and special place
- A sacred land like no other
Must try
- See Mount Everest from the Tibetan side
- Visit remote monasteries
- See monasteries, mountain landscapes
- Explore Tibetan towns
- See the Potala Palace
Pro tips
- Take a twenty hour sleeper train from Xining
- Fly directly from domestic airports in China or Nepal
- You need a guided tour
- Don't shower for the first two days after arriving
- Rest well and avoid catching a cold before coming
Good to know
- Altitude sickness is a real risk
- Foreign travelers cannot visit alone
- High altitude, significant temperature changes
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